Weapons

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Plasma Pistol- Pretty much the same as Halo 3, can shoot single shots, or a burst that can take out shields and temporarily fry vehicles, but can now kill an unshielded person in 2 or 3 shots.

plasma pistol

Assault Rifle- Similar to Halo 3’s AR, but this time is more towards the accurate side, rather than brute force. great for short controlled bursts rather holding the trigger. (32 shots in a mag)

assault rifle

Grenade Launcher- New to Halo is the grenade launcher, most comparable to the brute shot, yet still very different. This “pro-pipe” can be used several ways, first is the basic shoot a grenade, then there is what I’m calling the “mine” effect, where if you hold the trigger down, it will not explode until released. Lastly, the grenade has an EMP effect to it, and therefore fry vehicles (and aircraft.) (single shot)

grenade launcher

Magnum (pistol)- The magnum has always changed traumatically from every Halo game to the next, this is no exception. Modeling after the Halo CE pistol, this killer is quite accurate, with it’s 2x scope, and faster rate of fire, this beast can pack quite a punch, it’s the alternative to the AR, but loses accuracy quickly when shot fast. (8 shots in a mag)

magnum

Needler- This covenant weapon has been symbolic to every Halo game as “Pink death”, now it’s brown. The needles are still the pink, Bungie has changed the color of this legend. The needle is pretty much the same, it needs 7 needles to “super-combine”. (around 30 needles in a mag)

needler

Plasma Launcher- The plasma launcher is new to Halo. It shots 4 plasma grenades at it’s target. It can lock on to both vehicles and infantry (MUCH better on vehicles). It is the covenant rocket launcher by comparison and is pretty powerful. The plasma shots also stick to walls, while normal plasma grenades only stick to people and vehicles.

plasma launcher

Energy Sword- This is also a Halo classic, it seems to be a bit longer, and skinnier at the end, but it can be hit when being hit by, causing the target to live and possibly fight back.

energy sword

Rocket Launcher- Other than the look of it, the only thing that is new is it’s lock-on ability to air craft. (2 shots in a mag)

rocket launcher

Plasma Repeater- This is basically a longer version of the plasma rifle. This is a covenant version of the AR, and can overheat, but be cooled faster by hitting the reload button. Also much better to tap rather than hold the trigger.

plasma repeater

Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR)- The DMR is another basic weapon in REACH, it is a single-shot gun. The accuracy makes this a fair fight at medium to long range, but close range still goes to the magnum or AR. (15 shots in a mag)

DMR

Sniper Rifle- The sniper has been the same through out Halo games,and continues to be similar. Although sniping feels much different with a slight need to lead your shot. Also can snipe the driver of any vehicle, or in the case of a banshee, can destroy it in 5-6 shots. (4 shots in a mag)

sniper rifle

Spartan Laser- Seems to be less powerful and is harder to get 2 for 1’s, and doesn’t always destroy larger vehicles. (4 shots)

spartan laser

Shotgun- This sucker is now more accurate at longer ranges, which is cheap because it’s a shotgun. Although if you have full shields, it has less damage, just watch for this when your out of health. (6 shots in a clip)

shotgun

Needler Rifle- This covenant needle shooting rifle is the counter for the DMR. It will “super-combine” when 3 shots hit an un-shielded enemy. It also has a greater rediucle bloom than the DMR. (21 needles in a mag)

needler rifle

Focus Rifle- This is a mix of the Beam rifle, and the sentinel beam from halo 3, not much on it other than a straight line of fire and 5X, 10X scope. It also can stun the player a little whose being shot by it.

focus rifle

Gravity Hammer– The gravity hammer looks different in proportions, but the overall usage of the weapon is the same. HAMMER TIME. (great with sprint)

gravity hammer

Target Locator– Locks on to an enemy or vehicle and rains mortars on them, very devastating. (only in firefight or campaign)

Target locator

Fuel Rod Cannon- Not much said on this, slightly more powerful (not in multiplayer)

fuel rod

Concussion Rifle- The covenant equivalent to the grenade launcher. Shoots weak shots that are only good when directly hit. (good for small, tight hallways) (6 shots)

concussion rifle

Plasma Rifle- The same as before, no changes present. (Sorry for bad pic, if I find better i’ll change it)

Plasma Rifle

Human Turret- Seems to be more powerful then before, and can still be carried around.

Turret

Covenant Plasma Cannon- Can be carried as the human turret.

Plasma Cannon

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